ROPES Webinar series
Over 100 days of war in Gaza: What Happens Next?
ROPES is proud to host Israeli, Palestinian, and American voices together in one webinar, to discuss the ongoing war in Gaza and Israel, the challenges ahead, and a vision for a shared future where Israelis and Palestinians can live thrive in dignity and peace an integral part of the Middle East.
Peacemaking in a new reality
ROPES-AGSIW Webinar: Is a U S Brokered Deal Between Israel and Saudi Arabia Possible?
Get ready for an in-depth exploration of a potential game-changing diplomatic development! The U.S. administration under President Joseph R. Biden Jr. is reportedly in pursuit of a groundbreaking triangular grand bargain involving Israel and Saudi Arabia. This ambitious endeavour aims to secure formal security commitments, civilian nuclear energy support, and advanced weaponry access for Saudi Arabia in exchange for Riyadh's normalization of relations with Israel and alignment away from China.
However, the path to this historic agreement is laden with questions. Is Congress prepared to greenlight new defense commitments in the Middle East and for Saudi Arabia? Most crucially, is Israel ready to make concessions on West Bank settlements, and annexation to pave the way for this monumental diplomatic breakthrough?
Please tune to ROPES and Arab Gulf States Institute (AGSIW) webinar with participation of an Israeli, a Saudi and an American experts as we dive into these pressing questions and examine the readiness of the involved parties for what could be a transformative geopolitical shift.
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ROPES Webinar: Israel, Hamas, and the Future of Gaza
More than two weeks after the deadliest terrorist attack in Israeli history, the Israeli government has launched an all-out assault on Hamas with the stated aim of ending the Islamist group's sixteen-year reign in Gaza. But as Israel readies a ground incursion, with more than 2 million Gazans caught in the crossfire amid an escalating humanitarian crisis, vital questions abound:
How long will this war last, and will it spread to other fronts? If Hamas is toppled, who will govern Gaza? Can the Palestinian Authority survive the war? What will the international community do to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza? What are the prospects for the more than 200 Israelis currently held hostage by Hamas? Will this war permanently derail normalization talks between Israel and Saudi Arabia? How will the Biden Administration and European powers balance dueling pressures to end the bloodshed and to stand against Hamas?
ROPES Webinar and QnA with Zehava Gal-On, President of the research institute ZULAT
Recently, as part of ROPES's ongoing webinar series, we had the honour of hosting a thought-provoking discussion featuring Zehava Gal-On, President of the research institute ZULAT and ROPES Israeli board member. The webinar delved into the current conflict and pathways to peace.
Zehava Gal-On shared her profound insights and perspectives on the prevailing tragic situation, emphasizing the need for diplomatic agreements between moderate Palestinian forces and the Israeli government, rooted in universal values, as the key to ending the occupation. You can access Zehava's impactful lecture here.
The session culminated in an engaging Q&A segment, sparking a dynamic exchange of ideas. If you're passionate about such discussions and wish to be part of the ROPES network, follow us to stay updated on future webinars and opportunities.
Q&A with author Yossi Klein Halevi
Watch a compelling conversation between ROPES CEO Ksenia Svetlova and Yossi Klein ha-Levy, an American-Israeli author and journalist renowned for his insightful perspectives on Middle Eastern affairs. as they explore the "peacemaker's dilemma." Delving into the profound challenges faced by those who advocate for peace and coexistence, Yossi Klein ha-Levy addresses the impact of critical events - the massacre of 07/10 and the recent war in Gaza.
In this thought-provoking discussion, learn how these events have shaped the perspectives of peacemakers in Israel and the Palestinian Authority. Gain insights into the complexities of believing in peace amid turmoil and discover what transformative steps are needed for individuals embracing radical ideologies to shift towards peace and moderation.
"The future of regional cooperation" – with senior Bahraini diplomat, Sheikh Abdulaziz Al Khalifa
In this engaging ROPES webinar, Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Mubarak Al Khalifa, former Ambassador of Bahrain to London, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Ksenia Svetlova, the CEO of ROPES. The discussion revolves around the war in Gaza and the necessity of fostering a peaceful and agreed-upon solution for Israel and Palestine.
Sheikh Abdulaziz shares his insights on the significance of a two-states solution, the impact of the Abraham Accords, and the potential for regional prosperity, moderation, and integration. Watch as the conversation unfolds, shedding light on the complexities of the Middle East and exploring pathways toward a more peaceful coexistence.
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ROPES Webinar Series: Women in Peacebuilding and Diplomacy in the Middle East
Women all over the world are often the first victims of armed conflicts, and yet they are often poorly represented in diplomacy and negotiation teams. These days, more and more women are demanding their rights to influence foreign policy, negotiations, and peace-building, and we will discuss related challenges, goals, and opportunities in the Middle Eastern context.
The panelists of ROPES Webinar "Women in Peacebuilding and Diplomacy" in the Middle East" discuss the possibility of involving women in peace negotiating teams, defense systems as well as sphere of diplomacy and peacemaking in the region.
The participants - Anat Saragusti - Journalist and peace activist (Israel) and Karima Rhanem - President, International Center of Diplomacy (Morocco) stressed the importance of involving women in Peacebuilding and Diplomacy and offered specific ways to increase their presence in diplomacy and peace negotiations through legislation, actions of civil society and education. Ksenia Svetlova, ROPES Executive Director, moderated the webinar.